Connie Sanders King who is indicted for the murder of her fiancé, Thomas Colucci has had her trial delayed again. The murder occurred nearly four years ago (November 2012). This after Circuit Court Judge Vanessa Jackson ruled Tuesday to allow prosecutors to appeal a question to the State Court of Criminal Appeals.
Assistant District Attorney Jason Ponder argued that the testimony of mental health expert Dr. Stephen Montgomery could “confuse the jury.” The reason he argued is that the doctor has consulted her on the lesser charges and that his testimony about those two charges could confuse the jury on the murder charges.
King’s attorney Chris Stanford argued that motions were heard on Sept. 22 from the prosecutors to exclude the expert testimony and that the judge on Sept. 23 denied the motion and “ruled that expert testimony in regards Ms. King’s mental health would be admissible if certain conditions were met.”
The defense attorney argued that King’s right to a speedy trial will be “violated if the State is permitted to seek relief” from the appeals court.
King is accused of taking part in the Nov. 13, 2012 murder of Thomas Colucci at a residence on Maple Springs Road in Manchester that the two shared.
Connie King’s husband, Troy King of Grundy County pled guilty to 2nd degree murder in Coffee County Circuit Court.
Connie King was arrested in July of 2013 in Daytona Beach, Fla., on charges of felony murder and premeditated first-degree murder. She was returned to Coffee County July 18, 2013. She is currently out of jail on bond.

If you are not registered to vote, Coffee County Election Administrator Vernita Davis reminds residents that next Tuesday, October 11th, is the deadline for registering to vote in the November 8th presidential election.
People without a driver’s license will also need more time to obtain a voter ID card.
More information is available at the Coffee County Election Commission in the Coffee County Administrative Plaza on McArthur Dr in Manchester between the hours of 8am-4:30pm M-F or call 931-723-5103. You can also read more information at coffeecountyelectioncommission.com

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a missing person report. Johnny Waid, 21, from Shelbyville, TN. was last seen on October 1st, 2016. Johnny is 5’6” approximately 150 lbs and was last seen wearing a black North Face jacket, black t-shirt, blue jeans, and white tennis shoes.
He could possibly be in a 1998 red Ford Ranger with a TN tag of F56-05D.
If you have seen Johnny Waid, please contact the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office at 931-684-3232. Johnny could possibly be in the Northern Alabama area.

An open house will be held on Friday at the new Coffee County Communications Center on Jack Welch Drive. The event will take place from 1-3pm. The center is located just off State Route 55 between Manchester and Tullahoma.
WMSR News spoke with a 911 board member and he said dispatchers will be using the latest communication technology to better serve the county.
The old facility was built in 1973 and will continue to be used for offices and meeting rooms.
After the 911 board approved the new building that was funded through 911 fees, it cost around $3 (M) to build and took about one year to complete.

The 10th Anniversary season of fun continues at Grandaddy’s Farm. Come on y’all and run yer legs off! Join Grandaddy’s Farm for the 4th annual Hillbilly 5k trail run on Saturday, October 8th at 8:00 a.m. Come enjoy running through a corn maze, gourd trellis and the beautiful countryside. All runners will receive a pass to Grandaddy’s Farm to keep the fun going all day long. Its guaranteed fun for the whole family (excluding our four-legged family). Though registration is closed online, you can still register on Saturday morning. Just come around 7:00 a.m. to register and you’ll be ready for the race when it begins at 8:00 a.m. The cost of the race is $25/person (discounts available for multiple family members who are running). Grandaddy’s is excited to be able to support North Lake Elementary by donating proceeds of the race to the school.
Grandaddy’s can’t wait to see y’all on the farm! (Overalls not required, but encouraged). While you’re there be sure to check out the market to find perfect fall decorations and delicious treats, like apple cider donuts! You can also enjoy the hayride and find pumpkins for carving or decorating. At Grandaddy’s you’re always invited to come play in the dirt.
For more information, visit the Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/955456437914200/